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Dr. Susan Heckmann is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in surgery with a focus on thoracic procedures. She earned her medical degree from Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah and has been practicing for 48 years, bringing extensive experience to her surgical practice.
Dr. Heckmann practices at several locations throughout Oakland, California, including Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus. She treats patients with conditions such as meniscus tears, knee effusion, and hip bursitis. Her procedural expertise includes performing arthrograms and MRI imaging of the knee, foot, and ankle to help diagnose and guide treatment for her patients.
Dr. Heckmann practices at several locations throughout Oakland, California, including Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus. She treats patients with conditions such as meniscus tears, knee effusion, and hip bursitis. Her procedural expertise includes performing arthrograms and MRI imaging of the knee, foot, and ankle to help diagnose and guide treatment for her patients.
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Quick Facts
- 48 years of experience
- 3 insurance plans accepted
- Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah
- 3 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Susan Jean Heckmann has 4 locationsAlta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus
350 Hawthorne AveOakland, CA 94609 Tel: (510) 655-4000
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| Dr. Susan Jean Heckmann, MD | Dr. Mary Hawn | John Zopfi, DO | William Fulton, DO |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 48 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks Russian, Spanish, English | ||
| Oakland , CA | Redwood City , CA | Fairfield , CA | Fairfield , CA |
| Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah | Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MEDICAL SCHOOL | Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific | Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Susan Jean Heckmann
Medical Specialties
Dr. Susan Jean Heckmann has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Susan Jean Heckmann has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
Dr. Susan Jean Heckmann holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah in 1978.
NPI Number
Dr. Heckmann's NPI number is 1851479604.
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- Where is Dr. Susan Heckmann's office located?
- Dr. Susan Heckmann's office is located at 1800 Harrison St Fl 7, Oakland, CA, 94612.
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